Americinn Lodge & Suites, Indoor Pool
3300 E MAIN ST, Merrill, WI 54452 · Lincoln County
Establishment
- Type
- Pool / recreational water (Pool - Simple)
- Inspected by
- Lincoln County Health Department
- License / ID
- HSAT-7QWLVH
- Status
- Permitted
- Phone
- (715) 536-7979
- Official record
- Lincoln County Health Department inspection reports
Year by year
| Year | Inspections | Violations | Serious |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 11 | 4 |
Inspections
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May 28, 2026 Follow Up · No items found
No violations cited.
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Jan 16, 2026 Follow Up · No items found
No violations cited.
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Jan 8, 2026 Routine · 1 critical, 3 non-critical, 1 repeat
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
POSTING SIGNAGE- NO PROLONGED BREATH HOLDING
Signage or other communication warning against prolonged breath-holding is not posted or otherwise provided.
Correction: Provide signage or provide other communication warning against prolonged breath holding.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(f) - NO PROLONGED BREATH HOLDING
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Not serious
Non-critical
FILES MAINTAINED PERMANENT-VGBA DRAIN COVER DOCUMENTATION
The Virginia Graeme Baker Act main drain and equalizer cover replacement receipts or similar documentation was not permanently maintained on premises.
Correction: Maintain Virginia Graeme Baker Act main drain and equalizer cover replacement receipts or similar documentation on the premises.
Code ATCP 76.32(3)(a)9. - VGBA DRAIN COVER
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Not serious
Non-critical
VGBA-DRAIN COVER INFO-DOCUMENTS-DRAIN COVER LOG PRESENT
The operator does not have a log that can be used to evaluate the drain covers, and there is no alternative form of proof available about drain cover replacement.
Correction: Maintain a log that can be used to evaluate the drain covers, or keep receipts or affidavits that show make and model of drain cover.
Code ATCP 76.38(2)(a) - DRAIN COVER LOG
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Serious
Critical
CHEMICAL STORAGE ACCESS RESTRICTED
Chemical storage area access not restricted to authorized personnel. Storage shed is unlocked.
Correction: Restrict access to chemical storage area to only authorized personnel.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(d) - ACCESS RESTRICTED
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Not serious
Non-critical
Repeat
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Dec 12, 2024 Routine · 2 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
POSTING SIGNAGE-SUPERVISION OF CHILDREN
At a non-lifeguarded pool, no signage stating that children under 12 must be supervised is present.
Correction: Post signage stating that children under 12 must be supervised.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(c) - SUPERVISE CHILDREN
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Not serious
Non-critical
POSTING SIGNAGE- NO PROLONGED BREATH HOLDING
Signage or other communication warning against prolonged breath-holding is not posted or otherwise provided.
Correction: Provide signage or provide other communication warning against prolonged breath holding.
Code ATCP 76.29(1)(f) - NO PROLONGED BREATH HOLDING
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Not serious
Non-critical
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Dec 18, 2023 Routine · 4 critical, 7 non-critical
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Not serious
Non-critical
SKIMMER COVERS SECURELY SEATED ON DECK
Skimmer cover closest to the whirlpool has a crack in it.
Correction: Replace skimmer cover.
Code ATCP 76.11(2)(b) 3. - SKIMMER COVERS SECURE ON DECK
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Not serious
Non-critical
FILTERS MAINTAINED OPERABLE
Slimy rag found on top of the filter shells. Unit appears to be leaking.
Correction: Maintain filter shells and appurtenances in operable condition.
Code ATCP 76.11(6)(a) 2. - FILTER OPERABLE
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Not serious
Non-critical
COMBINED CHLORINE PLAN PRESENT
No combined chlorine plan created.
Correction: Inspector will send template of plan.
Code ATCP 76.14(5)(e)1. - PLAN PRESENT
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Not serious
Non-critical
REAGENTS REPLACED
Test kit reagents not replaced as recommended by the manufacturer. Most test kit reagents are expired..
Correction: Discard expired reagents. Replace test kit reagents as recommended by the manufacturer.
Code ATCP 76.17 (2)(b) - REAGENTS REPLACED
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Not serious
Non-critical
FILES MAINTAINED PERMANENT-VGBA DRAIN COVER DOCUMENTATION
The Virginia Graeme Baker Act main drain and equalizer cover replacement receipts or similar documentation was not available
Correction: Maintain Virginia Graeme Baker Act main drain and equalizer cover replacement receipts or similar documentation on the premises.
Code ATCP 76.32(3)(a)9. - VGBA DRAIN COVER
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Not serious
Non-critical
POOL DECK-GOOD REPAIR
Pool deck area not maintained in good repair. Pool Ladder is not adequately secured..
Correction: Maintain pool deck area in good repair. Secure pool ladder.
Code ATCP 76.33(1)(b)1.a. - DECK GOOD REPAIR
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Not serious
Non-critical
VGBA DRAIN COVER INFO-LIFESPAN
The VGBA log or other proof does not indicate drain cover life span. Our records indicate that covers were replaced February 2018 with Paramount covers which generally have a 5 year life span.
Correction: Indicate in the log the drain cover life span. Replace Covers if expired. The operator must log daily inspection of the drain cover to ensure no cracks, breaks, missing screws or other visible damage or defects are observed. If any damage is observed, the poolmust be closed imediately.
Code ATCP 76.38(2)(b)4. - LIFESPAN
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Serious
Critical
CHEMICAL STORAGE ACCESS RESTRICTED
Chemical storage area access not restricted to authorized personnel.
Correction: Restrict access to chemical storage area to only authorized personnel.
Code ATCP 76.12 (2)(d) - ACCESS RESTRICTED
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Serious
Critical
SPINE BOARD
The spine board does not have the head immobilizer.
Correction: Provide a spine board in good condition and with head immobilizer.
Code ATCP 76.26(1)(d) - SPINE BOARD
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Serious
Critical
TELEPHONE ACCESSIBLE
A telephone or other approved communication technology capable of connecting to emergency services is not working or not present. Phone automatically connects to the front desk - staff are not always present at front desk and it does not connect to the cordless phone staff carry with them when away from the front desk.
Correction: Provide a working telephone or other technology capable of connecting with emergency services.
Code ATCP 76.26(2)(a) - TELEPHONE ACCESSIBLE
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Serious
Critical
GATES AND DOORS-SELF-CLOSING
The gate or door connecting the pool to the hospitality room does not self-close.
Correction: Provide a self-closing gate or door.
Code ATCP 76.34(4)(a)(1m)(a) -SELF-CLOSING
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Not serious
Non-critical
Source: Lincoln County Health Department. History last read Oct 15, 2026. Violation text is the inspector's wording. “Serious” is the source's own top tier. About this data.